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Swiss gunmetal 'Borgel' cased lever pocket watch, gilt frost...

by Gardiner Houlgate
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Estimate

£100 - £150

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Swiss gunmetal 'Borgel' cased lever pocket watch, gilt frosted bar movement with compensated balance and regulator, enamel dial signed 'J. Calame Robert', with Arabic numerals, minute track and subsidiary seconds, within a plain François Borgel case with screw bezel and monogram with date 1896, 52mm

** From the David Read Collection

More Information

Movement - currently functioning.
Dial - couple of faint hairlines and light surface marks.
Glass - light surface marks.
Hands - surface marks, appear over painted.
Case - some light surface corrosion marks and tarnish marks.
Crown - adjusting correctly.
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Condition reports are provided for general guidance only. Please view images and further information can be obtained upon request. Gardiner Houlgate do not guarantee the working order or time accuracy of any lots. Due to the opening of the wristwatch case backs, it is recommended watches are re-sealed by professional technicians to ensure any stated water resistance is retained

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+ Calendar 2026-05-19 11:00:00 2026-05-20 23:59:59 Europe/London The Watch Auction - Two-Day Sale Two-Day Sale TO INCLUDE THE DAVID READ COLLECTION - PART I: https://www.gardinerhoulgate.co.uk/news/128/The+David+Read+Collection The sale will be broadcast live on each sale day Identification will be required to view the sale in person. PAYMENT AND COLLECTION STRICTLY WITHIN 7 DAYS AFTER THE SALE Day 1 - Tuesday 19th May 2026 - Wristwatches, Assorted Wristwatches & Accessories at 11am LOTS 1-280 Day 2 - Wednesday 20th May 2026 - Pocket Watches, Assorted Pocket Watches, Accessories & Tools at 11am LOTS 301-527 Gardiner Houlgate
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